Read the excerpt from Sudanese Slit Drum.

This thinning would materially change the sound of the drum, evidence that although it might continue to be used for its original purpose of music-making or calling people to arms, it would now do so with a different voice. A musical instrument had become a trophy, and the new carvings were in fact branding, a statement of the north's political dominance over Central Africa and of allegiance to Islam.

MacGregor's analysis in this passage is mostly focused on

the musical history of the drum.

the religious history of the drum.

the cultural significance of the drum.

the general usefulness of the drum.

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Viviana Gregory

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1 October, 11:25

Read the excerpt from Sudanese Slit Drum.

This thinning would materially change the sound of the drum, evidence that although it might continue to be used for its original purpose of music-making or calling people to arms, it would now do so with a different voice. A musical instrument had become a trophy, and the new carvings were in fact branding, a statement of the north's political dominance over Central Africa and of allegiance to Islam.

MacGregor's analysis in this passage is mostly focused on

the musical history of the drum.

the religious history of the drum.

the cultural significance of the drum.

the general usefulness of the drum.

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Jamison · Answer 1

This is interesting. It's a split between C and D for this, as it covers both almost equally. However, I would go with C, seeing as it all falls under the umbrella of "cultural significance", even when talking about what purpose the drum is being changed for.